- Among the Most Desirable American Brass Era Marques

- A Superb, High-Horsepower Sporting Roadster

- Outstanding Style and Quality

- Regular, Reliable Entrant on The Mozart-Travis Tour

Introduced in 1909, the Model 48 quickly became one of Pierce-Arrow’s flagship and most successful models. It exemplified Pierce-Arrow’s commitment to excellence and reflected the elegance and advanced engineering of the era. Powered by a robust 525 cid T-head inline-six engine, the Model 48 became known for its smooth and powerful performance.

While little is known about its early history, this 1911 Pierce-Arrow Model 48 Roadster was acquired by Monty Holmes of Seattle, Washington in the 1960s. Mr. Holmes was a member of the Horseless Carriage Club of America’s (HCCA) Pacific Northwest Region, and had owned a 1911 Pierce-Arrow Model Y, when he discovered and purchased this Model 48 in the Southwest and trailered it home. Bodied as a formal Vestibule Sedan, the car was complete except for a missing door.

Around the 1970s, the Pierce-Arrow was sold to fellow HCCA member Ernest Crutcher in an unrestored state. Mr. Crutcher decided to restore the Model 48 in the 1970s and modify it to a more sporting configuration. After removing the sedan coachwork, he built a high-quality replica Roadster body and then shortened the Model 48’s chassis in order to fit the smaller, sportier coachwork. The finished car is striking with great attention to detail and excellent craftsmanship. In addition to its beautiful presence, the Pierce-Arrow has also proven itself mechanically. Following its conversion, Mr. Crutcher drove it in HCCA events for years, and when the Pierce-Arrow was acquired by the current owner, he participated in many Mozart-Travis Tours – performing well in all.  

This superb 1911 Pierce-Arrow Model 48-SS Roadster is a testament to the creativity and craftsmanship of American automotive engineers in the early 20th century, and will be an ideal choice for any and all Brass Era tours and activities held by the Horseless Carriage Club of America.